No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
A creamy, no-bake chocolate peanut butter pie with a rich cookie crust and smooth filling, perfect for quick dessert lovers and chocolate enthusiasts seeking indulgence without an oven.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch pie pan
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spatula
- 1 whisk or electric mixer
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups chocolate cookie crumbs Oreos or similar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping or whipped cream
- ½ to ¾ cup chocolate ganache or chocolate syrup
- Optional: chopped peanuts or shaved chocolate for topping
Instructions
- Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until evenly mixed.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
- Chill the crust while preparing the filling.
- Beat softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Fold the whipped topping gently into the peanut butter mixture until light and creamy.
- Spoon the filling evenly into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
- Drizzle chocolate ganache or syrup over the pie and sprinkle with optional peanuts or shaved chocolate.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours or overnight until set before slicing.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter, stirred well, for a different flavor.
- Swap crust for graham cracker crumbs for lighter texture.
- Adjust powdered sugar to suit sweetness preference.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.